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Sheffield to Retford train prices and times

Planning a journey from Sheffield to Retford? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £4.20, with average prices for this route around £2.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:45 Sheffield	06:24 Retford	39m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:11 Sheffield	06:47 Retford	36m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:35 Sheffield	07:17 Retford	42m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:37 Sheffield	08:18 Retford	41m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:38 Sheffield	09:20 Retford	42m, Direct	Find Tickets
09:37 Sheffield	10:20 Paris	43m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Sheffield to Retford train route details

First train

05:45

Last train

21:43

Departure station

Sheffield

Arrival station

Retford

Journey time

33m

Distance

22 miles

Price

£4.20*

Train Operators

Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Sheffield to Retford

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Sheffield to Retford during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Sheffield to Retford, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Sheffield to Retford more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Sheffield to Retford train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

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Sheffield to Retford train prices and times

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